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Is afrin (oxymetazoline) safe in pregnancy?
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Afrin (oxymetazoline) is FDA: Pregnancy category c. Thus it has not been established if it will cause harm to unborn child in humans. This should be discussed with your obstetrician/ physician to determine if benefits outweigh risks.
Answered 10/31/2016
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